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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bettiker, Infectious Disease Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Robert Bettiker, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Bettiker graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Temple Univ Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Temple Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bettiker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bettiker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bettiker’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bettiker?
Dr. Robert Bettiker, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Bettiker empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV/AIDS, LGBTQ+ Health, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia/PA community, Dr. Bettiker is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Bettiker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Temple Univ Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Temple Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Temple University Hospital Program
Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | Georgetown University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Bettiker board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Bettiker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bettiker speak?
Dr. Bettiker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Bettiker treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Bettiker diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Bettiker. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis C
- Long-term Hepatitis C
- Persistent Hepatitis C
- Hep C
ICD-10 Codes:
- B182: Chronic viral hepatitis C
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Lung Mycobacterial Infection
- Mycobacterial Infection
- Pulmonary NTM Infection
- Lung Nontuberculous Mycobacteria
ICD-10 Codes:
- A310: Pulmonary mycobacterial infection
Also known as:
- Latent Tuberculosis
- Tuberculosis
- Inactive TB
- Latent TB Infection
- Hidden TB
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z227: Latent tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Peritoneal Abscess
- Abscess
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Abdominal abscess
- Intra-abdominal abscess
- Pus pocket in abdomen
ICD-10 Codes:
- K651: Peritoneal abscess
Also known as:
- Bacterial Intestinal Infection
- Bacterial Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Bacterial Gut Infection
- Bacterial Enteritis
- Bacterial Gastroenteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- A048: Other specified bacterial intestinal infections
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Syphilis
- The Great Pox
- Lues
- Treponema pallidum infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A539: Syphilis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Wall Abscess
- Abscess
- Abscess on stomach
- Belly skin infection
- Pus pocket on abdomen
ICD-10 Codes:
- L02211: Cutaneous abscess of abdominal wall
Which procedures does Dr. Bettiker perform as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Bettiker may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bettiker's office.
Does Dr. Bettiker accept my insurance?
Dr. Bettiker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bettiker accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Bettiker in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Independence Blue Cross
Independent Health
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Bettiker's office located?
Temple Infectious Diseases
Temple University Hospital
3401 North Broad Street, Basement Rock Pavilion, Suite A050
Philadelphia, PA 19140
What is Dr. Bettiker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bettiker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275520108.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bettiker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bettiker
What is Dr. Robert Bettiker's specialty?
Dr. Bettiker is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Philadelphia, PA.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Bettiker to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Robert Bettiker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bettiker is affiliated with Temple University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Robert Bettiker accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Bettiker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Bettiker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bettiker's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Bettiker?
Please contact Dr. Bettiker's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Bettiker have?
Dr. Robert Bettiker is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Bettiker
Temple Infectious Diseases
Temple University Hospital
Philadelphia, PA 19140